ELECTRONICS ENGINEER Overview of the Role An Electronics Engineer supports the Australian Antarctic Division s (AAD) scientific program by installing, commissioning, maintaining, calibrating and modifying electronic instruments and systems for the collection, reduction and analysis of data. They will be expected to have good hardware and software skills. As the position will be based in Antarctica, the applicant must demonstrate an ability to be technically resourceful and able to operate with a minimum of supervision. They must also be able to produce regular, timely, accurate and comprehensive reports on the status of observatory equipment. The position is located at Davis Station. Electronic Engineers are employed in winter jobs only. There are no summer job opportunities. What will you actually do on the job? install, commission, maintain, calibrate and modify electronic instruments and systems for the collection, reduction and analysis of data (see list of equipment deployed for 2017 below) maintain accurate records relating to the maintenance and operation of technical equipment. The role is largely supportive in that you will apply professional engineering knowledge and skills to the investigation and monitoring aspects of the research program. It principally supports the atmospheric and glaciological science activities of the Antarctica and the Global System theme but also assists the activities of the broader science program at Davis. The role will involve working closely with scientists at the station and in Australia. A training period of approximately two months precedes your deployment to Davis station. During your training at Kingston, you will attend courses specific to your duties in Antarctica. You may also be required to assist with replacement orders from the station, preparation of technical equipment and documentation in support of research projects and general duties (including packing of equipment, inventory maintenance and general clerical assistance). Training commitments are such that you must be available to start on the advertised commencement date and will be expected to take only one week of pre-departure leave before travelling to Antarctica. The period away from Australia will generally be around 12-15 months depending upon transport schedules and work programs. You will also: maintain a personal and practical commitment to AAD work, health and safety (WHS) and environmental policies. Training and guidance in regard to safety and environmental responsibilities relevant to your position will be provided by your supervisor and others; and be required, in common with all other expeditioners, to perform duties rostered by the station leader to support the community life of the expedition, such as general
kitchen duties, garbage clearance, general cleaning duties, and assisting other expedition members with official programs. On returning to Australia, you will participate in a comprehensive debrief at the AAD lasting approximately one week. Application process Applications are assessed on the basis of skills you can demonstrate that relate to the criteria listed below. You are strongly encouraged to prepare a separate document containing examples in your work history that demonstrate your knowledge, skills and attributes in relation to each criterion. Assessments against these criteria will be used to determine further progress through the job selection process. Required Skills, Knowledge and Attributes (Selection criteria) Have ability and sound recent experience in the detailed design, implementation and testing of analogue and digital electronic circuits and systems (including microcontroller based systems). Ability to be resourceful and innovative in technical aspects of the work including the ability to fault find and calibrate modern electronic instrumentation. Have the ability to repair electronic equipment at a component level. (Demonstrated experience of such when operating with limited resources is desirable). Have a demonstrated commitment to producing and maintaining high quality technical documentation including a demonstrated understanding of, and commitment to the use of formal documentation management systems. Have a demonstrated ability to manage time and other resources while working with limited supervision and the ability to provide timely, accurate and complete reports. Have recent knowledge of, and experience in, the use of computers in technical applications. This should include the use of languages such as "C++", "LabVIEW" and "Python", experience with formal software development tools and experience in using and administrating modern Linux and Windows operating environments. Possess skills of particular relevance to the range of equipment listed below. LIST OF EQUIPMENT AT DAVIS FOR 2017 Listed below is some of the equipment that is operated at and around Davis station. Specific and transferrable skills are valued. Atmospheric radars operating at various frequencies (MFSA 2MHz middle atmosphere wind radar; MST 55MHz wind profiling radar; 33MHz meteor detection and wind profiling radar) Optical instruments for temperature and wave measurements (Scanning OH Spectrometer (830nm); Scanning OH Radiometer (1.6 microns); Fourier Transform Spectrometer; Fabry-Perot Spectrometer) Space weather monitors (Riometer; Induction Magnetometer; Digital Ionosonde; Imaging Riometer) Cloud monitors Sea ice monitoring equipment Glaciological radars and remote ice monitoring equipment
Qualifications and Licences You will have an Engineering degree majoring in electronics from an Australian University, or qualification of equivalent standard from an Australian or overseas university. These qualifications must confer eligibility for graduate membership to the Institution of Engineers Australia. You will hold a current C class (manual) Australian driver s licence. On commencement with the AAD, you must have a current statement of attainment in the following units of first aid Provide First Aid (HLTAID003) and Provide CPR (HLTAID001). Please note that if you do not demonstrate that you meet the required criteria for the role your application will not be considered further. Personal Qualities Requirements The Australian Antarctic Division assesses individual personal qualities in terms of the attributes required to successfully live and work in an isolated Antarctic community. Successful candidates will meet the personal qualities criteria detailed in Attachment 1. Medical, Psychological and Security Screening If you are assessed as meeting the above job related and personal quality requirements, you will be required to undergo medical, psychological and security screening. Meeting and maintaining suitability in relation to these requirements is mandatory. The AAD s Polar Medicine Unit will determine your medical fitness for duty in Antarctica following tests conducted on our behalf by a nominated medical practitioner. If required, this may include comprehensive drug screening for compliance to undertake Safety Sensitive Aviation Activities (SSAA). Psychological assessments are conducted on our behalf by a nominated professional provider. Security checks vary depending on the role required. This may be limited to a police records check. Special Considerations for Position Working Conditions The following working and living conditions, and physical and environmental demands apply to this position: Required to work both inside and outside in the following conditions: - Outside in cold and dry conditions (as low as -45 deg Celsius). - Outside in cold and wet conditions. - Both high and low solar ultraviolet radiation exposure. There is asbestos on all stations, however, it is controlled and contained. Required to undertake manual handling tasks.
May be required to use suitable Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for certain tasks and activities. On continental stations the nature of the environment increases the risk of slip hazards. Remote and isolated community living: - Limited sophistication of medical support. - Medical evacuation, if at all possible, is likely to be delayed and prolonged. - Stressors of close communal living
Attachment 1 PERSONAL QUALITIES CRITERIA Successful applicants will: DEMONSTRATE A STRONG WORK ETHIC Evidenced by a proven history of efficient, effective, responsive and productive work performance. Applicants for supervisory positions will be expected to demonstrate supervisory capabilities, including a good knowledge of workplace diversity, workplace relations, work, health and safety and environmental management practices and principles. DEMONSTRATE THAT THEY CAN MAKE A POSITIVE CONTRIBUTION TO COMMUNITY AND TEAM o demonstrating the capacity to cope with physical and emotional isolation and the resilience to overcome hardship; o demonstrating the capacity to work productively, contribute to the success of small isolated work groups and the overall community including recognising the effect their behaviour has on others; o demonstrating a capacity to address and resolve issues of conflict; o demonstrating the capacity to exercise sound judgement; o demonstrating flexibility, tolerance and acceptance of changing circumstances; o demonstrating qualities of robustness, motivation and confidence whilst displaying sensitivity, situational awareness and support and respect to fellow workers; o demonstrating good social skills and taking pride in their appearance and maintaining socially accepted standards of hygiene; o responsible use of alcohol; and o not exhibiting behaviour that could endanger others safety or be seen as being abusive, threatening or offensive to others. DEMONSTRATE THAT THEY RESPOND TO AUTHORITY AND ARE COMPLIANT WITH THE LAW, LEGISLATIVE REQUIREMENTS AND AAD POLICIES AND PROCEDURES o a history of complying with authority and supporting lawful instructions; o demonstrating a commitment to and compliance with appropriate environmental management policies and practices; o demonstrating a knowledge and history of compliance with work health and safety practices and principles; and o recognition of harassment and discrimination issues and demonstrated compliance with associated legislative requirements. DEMONSTRATE A COMMITMENT TO AAP SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS o demonstrating commitment to supporting the Australian Antarctic Science Program; o demonstrating willingness to participate in common duties and activities in support of the community generally; and o demonstrating commitment to fully participate in all required training and associated activities.